Well, that I guess is the way out. On other occasions, I shed tears due to feelings evoked by a scene that was acted out. Sometimes, one can spend such a long night alone.
By Emily Chan - Life and love sharing2 years ago in Poets
Smirks shirks quirks where evil lurks Intimidator's entrance prompts a victim's exit Left hand, left ear, right hand, right ear
By Marilyn Glover2 years ago in Poets
As I wake just before the dawn, I feel, Sorrow, self-doubt, shame, unworthiness, I reel. ** I dress for the day, donning my lifelong mask,
By Colleen Millsteed 2 years ago in Poets
Solace and solitude are not the same If the voices inside are too vicious to tame. Lies that we tell ourselves lurk in the mind.
By Dana Crandell2 years ago in Poets
Some hurts don’t go away Inside they lurk festering each day Longing to bring upon decay Eradicating happiness and hope Never ceasing to erode
By Kenneth cruz2 years ago in Poets
Truth upon my rage, Too real for anger to accept. Too pure for egos to confront, Too vulnerable to connect. - Aint the red just on my lashes
By Rachel Steinmetz2 years ago in Poets
If I’m being honest, I never thought I would see 30. I didn’t believe I would see past 13. Or 14. Or 15. Or 16. Or 17.
By Joey Domingo2 years ago in Poets
In a world full of gilded lilies I am a thistle wild, flowering, herbaceous, sometimes spiny. I will not trim myself down for you
By Ellie Hoovs2 years ago in Poets
Splenomegaly warrants leukemia suspicion I lay on my side clenching my fingers and toes Long hallowed needle invades my hip bone
Challenge: ‘Write an acrostic poem using the word 'SILENCE.’ Note: You can read my poem as ‘stand alone.’ However, the two interlinked poems are ‘Silence 1: Black’ and ‘Silence 2: Life.’
By Pauline Fountain2 years ago in Poets
Strength is what I need today; Ignoring thoughts to run away. Leaves rustle under my feet. Each one's a relief from the heat.
By Darla M Seely2 years ago in Poets
Serenity and peace I want to feel. Inside of me my pain is real. Let me be able to see Each blessing in store for me, Notice my beauty in some mirrors;